Hidden gems: places in Nelson

Discover the city's hidden treasuresโ€”remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Nelson. Ratings are based from 54 places in the city.

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Bambu Hot Yoga
Yoga studio
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Bambu is such a beautiful studio! Itโ€™s super central with a great offering of classes, from vinyasa to yin. My favourites are the Hot Set, Core Mobility and the Slow Flow! The instructors are really knowledgable and foster a beautiful community for Nelson. Highly recommend, youโ€™ll love it!
4.80 (40 reviews)
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Big Orange Bridge
Bridge
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Itโ€™s a bridge. Itโ€™s big. Itโ€™s orange.
4.80 (38 reviews)
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Rails to Trails parking mountain biking
Recreation center
๐Ÿ˜ Lots of good trails for all levels of experience, rather trendy though so collapsible graphite walking sticks brand name shoes etc dressing for the wilderness bear spray or knife sheath on your belt will get you looks of derision, even if just passing through to the wilderness. There is wildlife Be...
4.80 (21 reviews)
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Victoria Falls House
Lodging
Quaint option offering simple suites with private entrances & kitchenettes, plus decks with BBQs.
4.80 (20 reviews)
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loot
Gift shop
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ beware of this place! it is SO SO SO easy to get carried away in here! to much amazing cute things to choose from! rip wallet.
4.80 (15 reviews)
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Baldface
Corporate office
All-inclusive backcountry ski lodge with relaxed rooms & chalets, plus dining & massage services.
4.80 (15 reviews)
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Nelson & District Chamber Of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Gorgeously renovated railway station. Bringing Nelson's history back to life. The First Annual Railtown Station Christmas Faire is proud to have been the first fair to be part of this rejuvenation. Thank you vendors and the public for your amazing participation. And thank you Trina of the Nelson Cha...
4.80 (14 reviews)
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Strutters Boutique
Women's clothing store
๐Ÿ‘ What a beautiful store to walk in to. Smells wonderful, the staff were helpful & lots of choices to choose from! Always updating their on-the-rack options keeps customers wanting go back!
4.80 (11 reviews)
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I.O.D.E. Park
City park
4.80 (6 reviews)
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Ashman's Smash Burgers and Fries
Restaurant
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Hands down 5 star two thumbs best burgers in the area. They are perfect and not expensive at all. Be prepared to have extra time on your hands because they are so good they go down faster than any other burger ๐Ÿ”. The deluxe with bacon cheese shredded lettice and grilled onions is a show stopper....
4.70 (130 reviews)
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Capitol Theatre
Performing arts theater
๐Ÿ‘ Fun local theatre! It's always a fun experience there. The only thing is I think it may be time for new seats, as sitting for longer shows gets uncomfortable.
4.70 (120 reviews)
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Craft Connection
Art gallery
4.70 (53 reviews)
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Shanti Yoga Studio
Yoga studio
๐Ÿ˜  I had such a terrible experience at this studio. I would not recommend. I never felt so pressured to buy a pass. Joy (the owner) didnโ€™t tell me pass expired until after I took the class, forcing me to buy another one to square up when I wasnโ€™t planning on returning to the studio. I heard that happen...
4.70 (53 reviews)
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Cake Betty
Bakery
4.70 (26 reviews)
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Art Gibbon's Park
City park
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Nice disc golf course, although I wish the trees would stop jumping out in front of my discs
4.70 (23 reviews)
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Nelson Boxing Club
Boxing gym
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Excellent place with plenty of space to work out in different ways. New equipments is constantly coming to replace old ones. Staff is always welcoming and helpful. Definitely 5 Stars!
4.70 (19 reviews)
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Sakura sushi
Restaurant
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Really friendly staff. We were stoked on the quality of our rolls and the combo options available. We felt like our money went a bit further than other sushi places. Weโ€™ll be back!
4.70 (19 reviews)
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Lakeside Walk
Park
4.70 (7 reviews)
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Sage Tapas & Wine Bar
Restaurant
๐Ÿ˜ The service was good, the atmosphere was nice, we sat on the patio. I was not happy with the seafood risotto - the rice didn't have that creaminess that makes a risotto, the pieces of fish were too small to distinguish and there were only three mussels in the bowl. I actually asked about the rice an...
4.60 (123 reviews)
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Beauties
Pizza restaurant
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Brand new pizza joint that Nelson has been desperately missing. Excellent New York style pizza with a wonderful variety of toppings. The kind of pizza that you dream of. Can grab a whole pie or by the slice until midnight (!!) Very friendly staff, cocktail list is thorough and well thought out with...
4.60 (120 reviews)
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